COVID-19 Deepens Digital Divide For Tribes

The video highlights the challenges faced by the Hopi reservation in Arizona regarding internet access, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses the digital divide exacerbated by the pandemic, affecting students and families who rely on online schooling and telework. The geographical and infrastructural challenges make it difficult to build reliable internet infrastructure. Efforts are being made to improve access using CARES Act funds, but the deadline for spending is approaching. Personal stories illustrate the impact on families and their hopes for a return to normal schooling.

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